It is no surprise that my little Esther is a "spirited" one. She has her opinions and ideas and they NEVER go unnoticed if you are in a room with her (whether it be a food choice or a clothing choice, she knows what she wants). I keep saying that this will turn to passion someday so I am not about to squash it (within reason of course.....DUH, I do go off the rails sometimes when we are already late to getting out the door, but I know I'm not alone, right Moms?!? :) Last year I had this ... continue reading...
a back-to-school worthy, kids-friendly french toast recipe
I wanted to make a breakfast that was fun and full of joy for Zeke's first day of Kindergarten...ya know, to cheer him on and send him out into the world of school with gusto and excitement! :) And because I secretly wanted to hold onto the last fleeting seconds of life before we entered into the school routine! And what better way to celebrate than FRENCH TOAST?? But I wanted to add a twist.....a little pinch of joy to the recipe to make it extra special and fun.....so today, I am sharing our ... continue reading...
The best end of the year teacher gift idea! :)
I always try and give gifts that are usable or edible or something that is *SO* personal that the receiver loves it! :) And that is where this idea came from...a cute, end of the year, thank you themed, "WE LOVE YOU" planter stick for your end of the year teacher gift. I mean, who doesn't love getting a bunch of flowers OR a cute, little succulent plant, amiright?! :) ESPECIALLY for teachers that can get inundated with apple decor or cliche teacher gifts (just ask my Mother-in-law who was a ... continue reading...
An easy May Day basket template + HAPPY MAY DAY! :)
I remember as a kiddo, the week of May 1st, my Mom and I would make paper flowers and homemade cookies. We lived in the country where there weren''t too many neighbors to share our spring festivity with....so we ended up eating the cookies ourselves and just making a big vase of paper flowers for the kitchen table. And I remember the sun would beat down through the windows onto the bouquet throughout the summer and leave faded colors, worn edges and dusty pedals by the end of the season....so we ... continue reading...
Easy Easter egg balloons – easy and colorful Easter decor! :)
The best Easter decor to add color and excitement and cover "a lot of ground" is FOR SURE these Easter egg balloons. ANNDDDD you can even get the kiddos involved to paint their own designs. It's cheap, it's easy and it is quite fun to make! :) Check out the video below for our tutorial and be sure to tag @ohyaystudio on social so that we can see your amazing and cute creations! :) ... continue reading...
